We are seeking a skilled research assistant to join our team working on PET neuroimaging methodology at Karolinska Institutet, Solna. You will work at the intersection of advanced statistical methods and translational neuroscience, contributing to ongoing work in quantitative modelling of neuroinflammatory markers using PET data. This is a rare opportunity to apply Bayesian computational methods to real clinical imaging data within one of Europe's leading medical research environments.
The position involves development, application and interpretation of Bayesian hierarchical pharmacokinetic models for the analysis of PET data. Specific responsibilities include:
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Implementation and development of population compartment models fit using Markov chain Monte Carlo sampling methods
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Programming in R to analyse and interpret these results
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Contribution to manuscript preparation and documentation of analysis pipelines
The position is fulltime for 3 months with start after summer vacations.
We are looking for a candidate who is independently motivated, analytically rigorous, and comfortable working with complex models requiring both statistical judgement and programming skill. The ability to communicate technical results clearly to a multidisciplinary audience is important.
Requirements:
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Master's degree in statistics, mathematics, biostatistics, or a closely related quantitative discipline
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Demonstrated proficiency in R
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Working knowledge of Markov chain Monte Carlo methods and Bayesian inference
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Experience with hierarchical or mixed-effects models
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Strong written and spoken English
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Familiarity with version control (Git) and reproducible research workflows
Meritorious:
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Prior experience with pharmacokinetic or epidemiological compartmental models
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Familiarity with PET data analysis or other quantitative neuroimaging methods
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Some knowledge of neurobiology and/or neuroimmune physiology
A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.
Location: Solna
Read more about the Department of Clinical Neuroscience
Read more about the research group you will be part of
KI applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with our collective agreements RALS and RALS-T.
The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.
Anställningsform: särskild visstidsanställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100% | Ort: Solna | Län: Stockholms län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: STÖD 2-2797/2026 | Kontakt: Granville Matheson , Granville Matheson , Camilla Ingelborn 08-52483045, Camilla Ingelborn 08-52483045, | Facklig företrädare: Robert Lindberg, SEKO +46104821803, Robert Lindberg, SEKO +46104821803, Yongtao Xue-Franzén, OFR/ST , Yongtao Xue-Franzén, OFR/ST , Per Hydbring, SACO , Per Hydbring, SACO , | Publicerat: 2026-06-18 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-07-09
